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Ultimate Defensive Driving has been training teen and adult drivers across Greater Pittsburgh since 2006. Founded by Jim Clair, a 20-year UPS driver safety veteran, we offer private and commercial instruction built around real-world driving situations.

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  • q:Where is Ultimate Defensive Driving located?

    a: We are based at 300 Thompson Park Drive, Suite #322, Cranberry Township, PA 16066, serving drivers across Greater Pittsburgh, Western PA, West Virginia, and Ohio.

  • q:How do I schedule a lesson?

    a: Call us at (724) 321-5655 or email jclair@ultimatedefensivedriving.us or bclair@ultimatedefensivedriving.us to set up your first session.

  • q:Is Ultimate Defensive Driving a state-certified school?

    a: Yes. We are a State of Pennsylvania Certified Driving School and a National Safety Council Certified instructor program.

  • q:Is UDD a veteran-owned business?

    a: Yes. Ultimate Defensive Driving is a Certified Disabled Veteran Owned Business verified through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

  • q:Who can take private driving lessons?

    a: We work with teen drivers, adult learners, and anyone looking to sharpen their skills behind the wheel. No prior experience is required.

  • q:Where do lessons take place?

    a: Lessons are conducted on real roads in real traffic conditions. We do not limit instruction to parking lots or closed courses.

  • q:How long is a typical lesson?

    a: Session length varies depending on your goals and skill level. Contact us to discuss the right program for you.

  • q:Do you offer lessons for nervous or anxious drivers?

    a: Yes. We work with drivers of all confidence levels and pace every lesson around the individual student.

  • q:What industries do you serve for commercial driver training?

    a:We work with trucking companies, Marcellus Shale operators, construction firms, steel and titanium industries, sales and delivery fleets, and over-the-road commercial carriers.

  • q:Do you travel to our location for fleet training?

    a:Yes. We travel nationwide to deliver fleet training programs at your facility or on your routes.

  • q:Do your drivers need a CDL to participate in commercial training?

    a:No. We train both CDL and non-CDL commercial drivers depending on your fleet's needs.

  • q:Do you offer online driver training?

    a:Yes. Our online course is available at ultimate.courseinstruction.com.

  • q:Can online courses be combined with behind-the-wheel instruction?

    a:Yes. We recommend pairing online coursework with in-person instruction for the most complete training experience.

  • q:How long has Ultimate Defensive Driving been in business?

    a:We were founded in 2006 by Jim Clair, who spent 20 years as an operations supervisor of driver safety at UPS before starting UDD.

  • q:What is UDD's safety track record?

    a:The drivers Jim Clair has personally instructed have logged over 2.5 million miles without an accident.

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